Korea Gas (KRX:036460) appointed Hong Ui-rak as its new chief executive officer, effective Wednesday, according to a same-day filing with the Korea Exchange.
Hong will replace Choi Yeon-hye to take over the top role. Hong is a former vice mayor for economic affairs of Daegu Metropolitan City, a former member of South Korea's 19th and 20th National Assembly, and a former CEO of Cronus Korea.
Shares of Korea Gas added nearly 3% in recent trade.